Maria Margarida Pires da Costa Sequeira Antão

Maria Margarida Sequeira is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Health, Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (IPS), specializing in Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy and Health Promotion. She coordinates the Physiotherapy Degree Course (2017-2021) and holds a PhD in Educational Psychology focusing on Health Promotion and Well-being (2024). Her career spans over 30 years in clinical practice, academic leadership, and research.

Education:

• PhD in Educational Psychology (Universities of Lisbon/Coimbra, 2024)
• MSc in Physiotherapy - Public Health (IPS/NOVA, 2011)
• Bachelor's in Physiotherapy (1992, 2001)

Research Focus: Her work centers on promoting physical activity among breast cancer survivors, cardiorespiratory rehabilitation, and community health interventions. She has pioneered exercise programs for oncology patients and contributed to guidelines like the INSPIRE Respiratory Guidelines.

Professional Activities:

• Coordinator of RECOV-19 project addressing post-COVID physiotherapy
• Member of Portuguese Physiotherapy Association and Cardiorespiratory Interest Group
• Recipient of Angelini University Award (2021) and Academic Merit Medal (2012)